When you get acquainted with a band saw, you'll be amazed at how important and useful it can be. This introductory course will cover many uses of the band saw and help you maximize your use of this versatile tool.
The dovetail is one of the strongest and most attractive joints used in woodworking. Learn to hand cut dovetails with ease and accuracy in this great introductory class.
Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.
Have you ever thought about building your own cabinets? Tom will walk you through the steps to building your first cabinet. This cabinet will include a faceframe and a door. Come join the class that will give you the confidence to tackle your own cabinet projects.
Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using a bowl gouge, parting tool and a scraper. At the end of the class students will have turned a bowl on their own!
Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.
If you are thinking about buying a tablesaw or have recently purchased one. This class is designed to introduce the beginning woodworker to this versatile tool and its many uses. We will cover table saw set up, ripping, cross cuts and more.
Steve will guide you through the steps necessary to give you a keen edge on these tools. This class will focus on using wet/dry sandpaper in various grits, however the information will be relevant to water stones and oil stones as well. Come and enjoy this class, one I am sure you will use frequently in the shop.
Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.
Router Basics and Router Table have been consolidated into a single course covering the safe use and operation of both machines. Your instructor covers the safety considerations, equipment selection, bit selection and techniques to use these versatile tools. .
Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using a bowl gouge, parting tool and a scraper. At the end of the class students will have turned a bowl on their own!
This class will help both the beginner and Intermediate develop the skills to bring a new project from concept through construction. In this two part class students will: - Develop a project concept. - Create working drawings, including detailed measurement and construction details. - Develop a materials list and cut sheet. - Utilizing the newly created plan, students will build their project. Project construction will utilize the use of the band saw, jointer, planer, table saw along with other shop tools. If you are looking to learn to design your own projects, this is the class for you!
Using our own CNC machine we'll show you how this exciting new technology automates the process of router-carving signs, plaques and other projects. In this lecture-demo class, you will learn the basic process of working with design software to create or modify artwork that may include intricate lettering and complex designs. We will also clarify the different types of CNC machines ranging from home use to production environments. Considering the learning curve with CNC, this class may be the smartest investment you can make to determine if this technology makes sense for you.
Learn to make perfect dovetail joints using a router and the Porter Cable 4200 series dovetail jig. You will create sample joints half blind dovetails. Setup and tuning of the joints will be explained and demonstrated.
Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.
In this 4-part class you will gain knowledge and learn the proper techniques to turn rough cut lumber into a finished 3D cutting board. These beautiful cutting boards sell in kitchen stores for up to $450; this class will teach you why they are worth the cost. You will use woodworking shop equipment including the jointer, planer, bandsaw and table saw to turn rough cut lumber direct from the mill into dimensioned lumber. Then, using the lumber you milled, you will go through multiple cuts, glue ups, and sanding utilizing the drum sander to create your own beautifully crafted end grain 3D cutting board.
The dovetail is one of the strongest and most attractive joints used in woodworking. Learn to hand cut dovetails with ease and accuracy in this great introductory class.
Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using a bowl gouge, parting tool and a scraper. At the end of the class students will have turned a bowl on their own!
When you get acquainted with a band saw, you'll be amazed at how important and useful it can be. This introductory course will cover many uses of the band saw and help you maximize your use of this versatile tool.
Have you ever thought about building your own cabinets? Tom will walk you through the steps to building your first cabinet. This cabinet will include a faceframe and a door. Come join the class that will give you the confidence to tackle your own cabinet projects.
Join us at WoodCraft in Downingtown, PA, for an immersive introduction to CNC crafting. Led by Bob Kraut, an experienced hand in CNC and Laser Engraving, this 4-hour workshop offers a gentle deep-dive into the Vectric Aspire software. From foundational design principles to hands-on crafting, participants will leave with the skills and satisfaction of creating their own custom sign in a supportive, small-group setting.
Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.
If you are thinking about buying a tablesaw or have recently purchased one. This class is designed to introduce the beginning woodworker to this versatile tool and its many uses. We will cover table saw set up, ripping, cross cuts and more.
Steve will guide you through the steps necessary to give you a keen edge on these tools. This class will focus on using wet/dry sandpaper in various grits, however the information will be relevant to water stones and oil stones as well. Come and enjoy this class, one I am sure you will use frequently in the shop.
Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.